Intermodal Industry Veteran Derrel E. Chappell Joins Schneider National, Inc.

Schneider National Inc., a premier provider of transportation, logistics and related services enhancing the standard of living worldwide, recently announced that Derrel E. Chappell has been named director, wholesale business development, for Schneider National's Intermodal division. The addition of Mr. Chappell, who brings more than 40 years of rail-industry experience to the role, underscores the company's commitment to establishing a significant intermodal wholesale channel that maximizes shippers' overall transportation spend.

"The intermodal marketplace has shifted dramatically during the past year," said Steve Van Kirk, vice president of commercial operations for Schneider National's Intermodal sector. "Not only have relationships between the railroads and intermodal carriers changed, but transit times and rates have also been affected. These dynamics make it an ideal time to bring a wholesale offering to the marketplace, giving intermodal shippers more creative, cost-effective solutions for moving their freight."

In his new role, Chappell will be responsible for Schneider's relationship with intermodal marketing companies and third-party logistics providers, development of the company's wholesale strategy, and growth of strategic customer relationships. Most recently, Chappell was with Pacer Stacktrain/APL.

"I have a great passion for connecting railroads, intermodal transportation companies and shippers and collaborating to find the best solution to meet a specific customer need," said Chappell. "Bringing together Schneider assets and award-winning service with a marketplace craving innovative and reliable solutions is an exciting opportunity," said Chappell.

According to Van Kirk, Chappell's expertise in bringing fresh, out-of-the-box ideas to wholesale customers, including product development, made him a strong candidate for the position. Case in point: Chappell was a key member of the team that first capitalized on the opportunity to move double-stack containers into Mexico. "Derrel is highly skilled at knowing how to leverage the existing intermodal framework and knows where and when to push the limits. This kind of innovation and risk-taking make him a great asset to intermodal marketing companies, third-party logistics providers and shippers," Van Kirk noted.

For more information about Schneider's new wholesale offering, contact Derrel E. Chappell at 817-346-2854.

About Schneider National, Inc.
Schneider National, Inc. is a premier provider of truckload, logistics and intermodal services. Serving more than two-thirds of the FORTUNE 500 companies, Schneider National offers the broadest portfolio of services in the industry. The company's transportation and logistics solutions include Van Truckload, Dedicated, Regional, Bulk, Intermodal, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing and International Logistics services.

Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Schneider National has provided expert transportation and logistics solutions for nearly 75 years. A $3.7 billion company, Schneider National conducts business in more than 28 countries worldwide. For more information, visit www.schneider.com.

SOURCE: Schneider National Inc.